Introduction
If you’re a fan of breakfast, you’ve probably noticed that there’s a massive shortage of one popular breakfast item. It’s a staple of many morning meals, but it’s becoming increasingly difficult to find. In this article, we’ll discuss the shortage and provide some alternatives that you can enjoy instead. We’ll also provide some tips on how to make the most of the item that’s in short supply. So, if you’re looking for a way to enjoy your favorite breakfast without the hassle of searching for the item in short supply, read on!
There’s a Massive Shortage of This Popular Breakfast Item — Eat This Not That
If you’re a fan of breakfast, you may have noticed that one of the most popular breakfast items is in short supply. That’s right, there’s a massive shortage of eggs!
Eggs are a staple of many breakfast dishes, from omelets to scrambled eggs to egg sandwiches. But due to a combination of factors, including the pandemic, the egg supply has been drastically reduced.
So what can you do if you’re looking for a breakfast item that’s not eggs? Here are some great alternatives that you can enjoy:
- Oatmeal: Oatmeal is a great breakfast option that is high in fiber and can be made in a variety of ways. Try adding some fresh fruit or nuts for extra flavor.
- Yogurt: Yogurt is a great source of protein and can be enjoyed with some granola or fresh fruit for a delicious breakfast.
- Smoothies: Smoothies are a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. Try adding some protein powder for an extra boost.
- Avocado Toast: Avocado toast is a delicious and healthy breakfast option. Try adding some tomatoes, onions, and a sprinkle of cheese for extra flavor.
- Breakfast Burritos: Breakfast burritos are a great way to get your protein and veggies in one meal. Try adding some black beans, peppers, and onions for a delicious breakfast burrito.
So if you’re looking for a breakfast item that’s not eggs, there are plenty of delicious alternatives that you can enjoy. Try one of these options and you won’t miss the eggs at all!
Going out for a bagel and cream cheese won’t exactly work if there’s no cream cheese to be had. Due to recent supply chain issues, dairy manufacturers and suppliers that provide pallets of cream cheese to different shops have come up short in the past few weeks, according to a recent report in The New York Times. This is causing strain not only on those popular shops in New York City, but also for bagel shops across America.
The shortage is linked back to Kraft Heinz, the company that owns Philadelphia Cream Cheese—which is typically sold in pallets to bagel shops around the country. The pallets include unprocessed, unwhipped cream cheese that allows for numerous bagel shops to make their own flavors.
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While bagel shops in NYC are experiencing massive shortage issues (some bagel shops experiencing missing 800-pound cream cheese orders), they aren’t the only bagel shops affected. Shops around the country have experienced effects of the shortage as well.
Deke Haylon, owner of Deke’s Bagels with two Connecticut shops—located in Niantic and Guilford—admits the massive demand has ultimately resulted in him increasing his prices.
“Instead of paying a wholesale price of $65 for 30 pounds, now we’re paying $86,” says Haylon.
It’s even a race to snag an order of cream cheese when he needs it. Haylon admits heading to the wholesale market with two dozen fresh bagels as a “bribe” to the workers so he can be one of the first to know when the cream cheese comes in.
“I’ve raised the price of the cream cheese that I sell wholesale and [I’m] hoping this doesn’t last too long,” he said, followed by a joke on how this is also the kind of statement regularly made about a pandemic that continues to drag on.
A spokesperson at Kraft Heinz told the Times that along with Philadelphia Cream Cheese, there’s an increased demand for “several” products due to the pandemic as Americans stocked up on supplies in the grocery store. Kraft Heinz has previously announced shortages for ketchup as well as various dairy, meat, and coffee products.
According to The Wall Street Journal, Kraft Heinz admits to “capacity constraints” that have limited their demand needs and even increased prices of at least two-thirds of their products sold in the U.S. by 4% to 5%. This cost inflation is likely to remain in effect leading into 2022.
Some of the constraints Kraft Heinz is currently facing include issues with current labor (less workers in the factory, not enough truck drivers), as well as some manufacturing and logistical issues.
While the results of this shortage are still yet to be determined for bagel shops—whether it be higher prices or even a limited number of bagel orders each day—Kraft Heinz tells The Wall Street Journal that it is working to fast-track plant expansions to make more of their high-demand products.
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